Karlo Matkovic went 4-for-4 as New Orleans edged Memphis after the first quarter.
New Orleans leads Memphis 34-31 after the first quarter, with the Pelicans holding a three-point edge. Karlo Matkovic sparked the scoring with 9 points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting in 7:06. Cam Spencer answered for Memphis with 7 points, making 3 of 4 shots in just under five minutes. The early lead puts the 2-4 Pelicans in front of the unbeaten 6-0 Grizzlies, who enter the game ranked No. 1 in the power index against New Orleans at No. 17.
Key Performers
Karlo Matkovic (NOP): 9 points, 4-for-4 FG, 1-for-1 3PT Cam Spencer (MEM): 7 points, 3-for-4 FG, 2 assists